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Neil Peart offers a heartfelt tribute to his cherished classic car collection, reflecting on his lifelong passion for automobiles. Through personal anecdotes and insights, he invites readers to explore the deep connection between his love for music and cars, showcasing the unique role they played in his life. This collection serves as a final homage to both his iconic career and the vehicles that inspired him.

Set against a backdrop of African drums and spiritual themes, this chilling tale weaves together the haunting connection between music and the human soul. Co-authored by bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson and renowned Rush lyricist Neil Peart, the narrative explores deep emotional and cultural elements, creating a captivating experience that resonates with readers. The collaboration promises a unique blend of storytelling and musical inspiration, drawing readers into a world where rhythm and life intertwine.

This third volume in Peart's illustrated travel series shares all-new tales that transport the reader across North America and through memories of 50 years of playing drums.

In Clockwork Angels, Kevin J. Anderson and Rush drummer Neil Peart created a steampunk world to accompany the Rush album of the same name. Now they return to the world they created. Marinda Peake leads a quiet life; she gave up on her ambitions to take care of her ailing alchemist father. When he dies, he gives Marinda a mysterious blank book that she must fill with other people's stories - and her own. Clockwork Lives is a steampunk Canterbury Tales, and much more, as Marinda strives to change her life from a mere 'sentence or two' to a true epic.

Set in a vibrant steampunk world, this fantasy adventure follows a young man's quest through a richly imagined landscape filled with mechanical wonders and intriguing characters. The narrative blends traditional storytelling with multimedia elements, enhancing the immersive experience. As he navigates through challenges, themes of fate, free will, and the pursuit of dreams unfold, making it a unique and captivating journey for readers.

For more than two centuries, the land of Albion has been ruled by the supposedly benevolent Watchmaker, who imposes precision on every aspect of life. Young Owen Hardy from the village of Barrel Arbor dreams of seeing the big city and the breath-taking Clockwork Angels that dispense wisdom to the people, maybe even catching a glimpse of the Watchmaker himself.

Now in trade paper Whether navigating the backroads of Louisiana or Thuringia, exploring the snowy Quebec woods, or performing onstage at Rush concerts, Neil Peart has stories to tell. His first volume in this series, Far and Away, combined words and images to form an intimate, insightful narrative that won many readers. Now Far and Near brings together reflections from another three years of an artist’s life as he celebrates seasons, landscapes, and characters; travels roads and trails; receives honours; climbs mountains; composes and performs music. With passionate insight, wry humour, and an adventurous spirit, once again Peart offers a collection of open letters that take readers on the road, behind the scenes, and into the inner workings of an ever-inquisitive mind. These popular stories, originally posted on Peart’s website, are now collected and contextualized with an introduction and conclusion in this beautifully designed collector’s volume.

Following in the tradition of Ghost Rider and Traveling Music, Rush drummer Neil Peart lets us ride with him along the backroads of North America, Europe, and South America, sharing his experiences in personal reflections and full-color photos. Spanning almost four years, these twenty-two stories are open letters that recount adventures both personal and universal — from the challenges and accomplishments in the professional life of an artist to the birth of a child. These popular stories, originally posted on Neil’s website, are now collected and contextualized with a new introduction and conclusion in this beautifully designed collector’s volume. Fans will discover a more intimate side to Neil’s very private personal life, and will enjoy his observations of natural phenomena. At one point, he anxiously describes the birth of two hummingbirds in his backyard; at the same time, his wife is preparing for the birth of their daughter — a striking synchronicity tenderly related to readers. A love of drumming, nature, art, and the open road threads through the narrative, as Neil explores new horizons, both physical and spiritual. This is the personal, introspective travelogue of rock’s foremost drummer, enthusiastic biker, and sensitive husband and father. Far and Away is a book to be enjoyed again and again, like letters from a distant friend.

Exploring the emotional connections between music and memory, this memoir recounts Neil Peart's journey from Los Angeles to Big Bend National Park, framed by the sounds of iconic artists. Through personal anecdotes, he reflects on his childhood by Lake Ontario, early musical experiences, and his time with Rush. The evocative narrative offers insights into Peart's creative process and the influences that shaped him, providing rock fans with a deeper understanding of the man behind the music.

Set against a backdrop of dysentery and corrupt officials, Neil Peart embarks on a transformative cycling journey through West Africa. His narrative blends personal adventure with cultural exploration, enriched by photographs and journal entries. Alongside literary and artistic figures like Aristotle and Van Gogh, Peart delves into themes of culture, psychology, and identity, making this work a profound tale of both external exploration and internal reflection, rather than a typical travelogue.